December weather forecast
Highland Park, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland Park, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). December nights cool to an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.

Humidity

In Highland Park, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Highland Park, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.2 rainfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Highland Park, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Highland Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Highland Park, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Highland Park, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Highland Park, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Highland Park have in December?

The average day length in December in Highland Park is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highland Park, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Highland Park, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland Park?

The month with the lowest UV index in Highland Park is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Highland Park, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Park, MI

Average temperature in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Highland Park, MI

Average pressure in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Highland Park, MI

Average wind speed in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Highland Park, MI

Average humidity in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Highland Park, MI

Average rainfall in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Highland Park, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highland Park, MI

Average snowfall in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highland Park, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highland Park, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highland Park, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Highland Park, MI

Average UV index in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Highland Park, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Highland Park, MI

Average visibility in December - Highland Park, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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